Shock absorbing insert and other sporting goods improvements
US5692971A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 6, 1996 |
| Grant date | Dec 2, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2209/00
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An elongate tube of resilient material is fitted into a golf club shaft to reduce the transfer of impact shock to a golfer's hands, shoulders and arms. The tube is compressively fitted into the club shaft to protect against its slippage or movement within the shaft. The tube when inserted also does not alter or affect club balance. For additional shock absorbency, the club face may be isolated from the remainder of the club head by a layer of resilient, shock-absorbent material. The tube may also be used as an insert in shafts or handles of other types of sporting goods.
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